Networking and Communications (Certificate) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Illinois Institute of Technology offers the Certificate of Networking and Communications (Certificate) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Chicago, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for networking and communications (certificate) and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 22, 2027.
About Networking and Communications (Certificate)
Increase your knowledge and skills in computer networking and telecommunications with this certificate program designed to meet the needs of professionals looking to boost their careers. Explore the theory and practices of how common devices, functions, and features transmit and share data across a network.
Topics covered in the program include data communication, computer network fundamentals, network services, wireless networking, high-speed networks, and cryptography.
Coursework from the certificate program may be applied toward a Master of Computer Science degree. Admission to a masters program is not guaranteed upon completion of the certificate program.
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Networking and Communications (Certificate) at Illinois Institute of Technology
Entry Requirements
Admission to a graduate certificate program is limited to students who qualify as non-degree graduate students and who hold a bachelor's degree with a GPA of 2.5/4.0 or higher.
A GRE score is not required.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 48
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 71
English Program Requirements
International students who fit into any of the following categories will be considered to have met the requirement:
- Residents of a country where English is the only official language and who is a native English speaker
- Graduates of U.S. high schools
- Completed the equivalent of Iowa State’s English 150 or 250 with a grade of B or better at an accredited U.S. 2 year or 4 year college or university.
CONDITIONAL ADMISSION
If you meet all admission requirements but do not meet our English proficiency requirements, Iowa State offers conditional admission to attend our Intensive English and Orientation Program (IEOP). If you would like to enroll in IEOP, on the application choose "I would like to enroll in Iowa State’s IEOP program before I begin the academic study.”
Career Opportunities after Completing Networking and Communications (Certificate)
Experts in networking and communications can find employment across businesses and industry.
- Network engineer
- Telecommunications specialist
- Web master
- Systems analyst
Tuition and Fee Information for Networking and Communications (Certificate) at Illinois Institute of Technology
United States of America, Chicago